Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi) is accepting applications for its PhD and Postgraduate (PG) programs from international students. The application deadline is March 30, 2026 . Prospective students can apply online through the official IIT Delhi international admissions portal at international.iitd.ac.in.
Admissions Overview
The application window is open for the academic year 2026-27. International candidates, including those holding Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) or Person of Indian Origin (PIO) cards, are eligible to apply. The portal closes at 4 PM on March 30, 2026.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a statement or self-declaration confirming their English proficiency. Two referees must be named to provide recommendation letters. These referees will be asked to comment on the applicant’s aptitude, field proficiency, research potential, independent thinking, and English skills.
Eligibility Criteria
Standard admission requirements may include scores from national tests such as Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (UGC NET), or DST INSPIRE.
International examinations like the Graduate Records Examination (GRE) and Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) are also considered. English language proficiency test scores from exams like TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, OPI, OPIC, or Cambridge English Examination are mandatory.
Selection Process
Final admission will be based on an interview. Candidates with strong academic records will be invited to an interview with a committee of faculty members from the relevant discipline. The interview panel will assess the candidate’s suitability for the program.